Top 10 Wedding Guest Complaints

Photo by: Ashfall Mixed Media, Inc.

9. The Waiting Game

I once attended a wedding where the cocktail hour became two-and-a-half hours long because the bride and groom wanted more photos in the moonlight.

How to deal: If you're unable to hold the ceremony and reception within two hours of each other, make other accomodations for your guests. For example, my reception site has a waiting area where drinks and light refreshments will be served

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Photo by: Ashfall Mixed Media, Inc.

9. The Waiting Game

I once attended a wedding where the cocktail hour became two-and-a-half hours long because the bride and groom wanted more photos in the moonlight.

How to deal: If you're unable to hold the ceremony and reception within two hours of each other, make other accomodations for your guests. For example, my reception site has a waiting area where drinks and light refreshments will be served for early birds. If your reception/ceremony space is sprawled out, consider using sign posts to direct guests to necessary landmarks, like the dance floor and bathroom.

Related: 10 Ways to Be an Amazing Host

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